How To Fix FITVPS139 - Enter the contribution as a document for funds from secondary sources

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITVPS -

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Enter the contribution as a document for funds from secondary sources

What causes this issue?

You have specified that funds have been contributed to the trip by third
parties.

System Response

Enter these contributions as a third-party receipt. You enter deductions
and retained amounts for official entertainment expenses as deductions
in the deduction screen as usual.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITVPS139 - Enter the contribution as a document for funds from secondary sources ?

  The SAP error message FITVPS139, which states "Enter the contribution as a document for funds from secondary sources," typically occurs in the context of public sector accounting or fund management within SAP. This error indicates that the system expects a specific entry related to contributions from secondary sources, which may not have been provided or properly documented.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Entry: The system requires that contributions from secondary sources be documented as a financial document. If this documentation is missing, the error will occur.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system related to fund management or public sector accounting that prevent the proper handling of secondary source contributions.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered data incorrectly or omitted necessary fields that are required for processing contributions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Required Document: Ensure that you enter the contribution as a document in the system. This typically involves creating a financial document that reflects the contribution from secondary sources.
  
  Navigate to the appropriate transaction for entering financial documents (e.g., FB50 for general ledger entries).
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, including the document type, amount, and relevant account codes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: If the error persists, review the configuration settings related to fund management and contributions from secondary sources. This may involve:
  
  Consulting with your SAP administrator or finance team to ensure that the system is set up correctly to handle these types of contributions.
  Reviewing the settings in the Fund Management module to ensure that secondary source contributions are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling contributions from secondary sources. This may provide insights into any additional requirements or steps needed to resolve the error.
  
  
  User Training: If the issue is due to user error, consider providing additional training or resources to users involved in entering financial documents to ensure they understand the requirements for contributions from secondary sources.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its system, and there may be specific notes addressing this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for fund management and financial document entry, such as:
  
  FB50: General Ledger Document Entry
  F-02: General Posting
  FMX1: Create Budget (if applicable)
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to enter financial documents and manage fund contributions.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.